ZIP 79915 Insurance Data

El Paso, Texas · El Paso County · 1,734 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,189/yr
-1.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
47.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.33%
Avg severity: $10,570
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 79915 (El Paso, TX)

ZIP 79915 (El Paso, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,189 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,734 reported policies. That is 33% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 22th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 49% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 79915 is 47.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.33%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,570.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 79915 have fallen by 1.3%, ranging from $1,141 to $1,205 with a five-year average of $1,174 — an annualized rate of -0.3% per year. FIO data aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers, covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so figures represent market averages rather than individual policy quotes; your own premium will vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, construction type, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is educational research only and is not insurance advice — homeowners should request quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

How ZIP 79915 Compares

vs National Average
$1,189 vs $1,776
33% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,189 vs $2,349
49% below state avg
National Percentile
22th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,205
2019 $1,173 -2.6%
2020 $1,141 -2.8%
2021 $1,163 +2.0%
2022 $1,189 +2.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,174
Premium Range
$1,141 - $1,205
Annual Change Rate
-0.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in ZIP 79915?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 79915 (El Paso, TX) is $1,189 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -1.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in El Paso, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.33% in this ZIP), loss ratio (47.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 79915 compared to the national average?
ZIP 79915 premiums of $1,189/yr are 33% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 22th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79915?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79915 is N/A. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 79915 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 79915 have ranged from $1,141 to $1,205, with a 5-year average of $1,174. The annualized change rate is -0.3% per year.
How does ZIP 79915 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 79915 has an average premium of $1,189/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 49% below the state average.

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